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5.4 / 10(22 votes)IMDbPG-1319921h 36mUnited States of America

Passed Away

“The hilariously grave comedy that proves eternity is spending three days with family!”

Synopsis

Thrown for a loop by the unexpected news that Dad has suddenly gone to his reward, the grieving eccentric Scanian clan are drawn together in a test of familial endurance that soon has them at each other's throats.

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Passed Away (1992) Trailer And TV Spots

Type: Trailer • Published 2018-07-15

Release History & Theatrical Window

Theatrical Premiere

April 24, 1992

Wide Cinema Exhibition

Key Information & Fast Facts

Director
Charlie Peters
Screenplay & Story
Charlie Peters
Original Score
Richard Gibbs
Original Title
Passed Away
Country of Origin
United States of America
Spoken Languages
English
Runtime
1h 36m
Production Studios
Touchwood Pacific Partners 1, Hollywood Pictures, Morra/Brezner/Steinberg Productions

Creative Leadership & Key Crew

Director

Charlie Peters

Screenplay & Story

Charlie Peters

Original Score & Music

Richard Gibbs

Director of Photography

Arthur Albert

Film Editing

Harry Keramidas

Producers

Larry Brezner, Timothy Marx

Department Leadership Roster

Charlie Peters

Director

Charlie Peters

Screenplay

Larry Brezner

Producer

Timothy Marx

Producer

Richard Gibbs

Richard Gibbs

Original Music Composer

Arthur Albert

Arthur Albert

Director of Photography

Harry Keramidas

Editor

Catherine Hardwicke

Catherine Hardwicke

Production Design

Jennifer von Mayrhauser

Costume Design

Age Classification & Content Advisories

Official viewer rating standards and content warnings across international classification boards.

Primary: PG-13

PG-13: Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

International Certification Matrix

Germany (FSK)6

FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.

United States (MPAA)PG-13

Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.

Official cinematic photography and background stills for Passed Away.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Passed Away

Quick factual answers about cast, synopsis, director, box office, and release information.

What is Passed Away about?

Thrown for a loop by the unexpected news that Dad has suddenly gone to his reward, the grieving eccentric Scanian clan are drawn together in a test of familial endurance that soon has them at each other's throats.

Who directed Passed Away?

Passed Away was directed by Charlie Peters.

Who stars in Passed Away?

The principal cast of Passed Away includes Bob Hoskins, Blair Brown, Tim Curry, Frances McDormand, William L. Petersen.

When was Passed Away released and how long is it?

Passed Away was released in 1992 with a total runtime of 1h 36m.

Who composed the musical score for Passed Away?

The original motion picture soundtrack for Passed Away was composed by Richard Gibbs.

What is the age rating and content advisory for Passed Away?

Passed Away holds official age classifications: DE: 6 (FSK 6 — Restricted to viewers aged 6 and older.); US: PG-13 (Parents Strongly Cautioned — May contain intense action, language, or mature themes.).